Rack Installation Guide
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Rack Installation Guidelines
Rack Installation Guide
Rack Installation Guidelines
Prior to installing the system in a rack, adhere to the following rack installation guidelines:
Installing components in a rack without the front and side stabilizers can cause the rack to tip over.
Always install rack stabilizers before you install components in a rack.
Make sure the rack is properly secured to the floor or ceiling.
Always load the rack from the bottom up. Load the heaviest component in the rack first.
Ensure that there is adequate airflow in the rack. Improper installation or restricted airflow can
damage the equipment.
The rack cannot have solid or restricted airflow doors. You must use a mesh door on the front and back
of the rack or remove the doors to ensure adequate airflow to the system.
The 1U and 3U systems produce front-to-back cooling airflow that requires an unobstructed airflow to
the fan housing. Do not mount the system near other electronic devices that produce back-to-front
airflow.
The Series 250 and 550 require sideways airflow. Do not block the sides.
The Models 50, 100, 200 and 300 require air-convection cooling. If these models are installed in a rack,
use the Riverbed provided rack-mount.
The rack width and depth must allow for proper serviceability and cable management.
Make sure the rack is level and stable before pulling a component out of the rack.
Do not move racks by yourself; a minimum of two people are needed to move a rack.
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and equipment to mount the system to a rack:
A standard Telco-type rack
A standard Phillips-head screwdriver
The enclosed screw-kit
The enclosed short rack adaptors (if needed)
The enclosed square post-hole converters (if needed)
The enclosed brackets for mounting the Series 250 and 550 (if needed)
If your system is missing any components please contact Riverbed Support for replacement parts at https:/
/support.riverbed.com.
Mounting Series 250 and 550 to a Rack
The following section describes how to install a Series 250 or 550 system in a rack.
